I picked up Family Tree by Barbara Delinsky because a friend borrowed the other book I was reading and I didn't want to be without a book. I don't know much about Barbara Delinsky, but I expected not to be impressed. I expected it to be a trite romance. I was surprised.
This book was about a family that gets the surprise of a lifetime when their baby is born of a different race. They have to deal with the surprise and all of the feelings that go along with it: mistrust, anger, confusion, concern. They also have to look inside themselves and try to discover exactly where they stand on the issue of race. And they search for the missing link...where did this come from? It is a book about family history, and what exactly that truly means.
While the book was a little predictable, it was still highly enjoyable. Mixed in with the main plot are a few sub plots that keep the story moving and allow you more access to the main characters and their personalities. Overall, this was a fast, easy read and very entertaining. I would recommend it, and I will read more Delinsky in the future.
Happy Reading!
